Artwork
Myrtille
Myrtille is a drawing by Carven. It dates from 1967 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.
About this work
Overview
Myrtille is a drawing by Carven, dating to approximately 1967, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a woman wearing a simple, navy coat with large pockets and a coordinating hat. Her facial features are minimalist, reduced to basic lines. The inclusion of the name 'Myrtille' in the corner leaves ambiguity as to whether it refers to the subject or the attire.
Technique & Style
Executed with loose, quick brushstrokes, the coat conveys a sense of rapid sketching. The overall style emphasizes simplicity and urban practicality over formal elegance.
Context
The piece's aesthetic aligns with mid-20th-century womenswear, particularly the 1950s, reflecting a period emphasis on functional, city-appropriate fashion.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1967 by Carven, Myrtille is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, though specific acquisition details are not provided.
Artist & collection
Artist
These delicate ink-on-paper drawings capture the quiet poetry of everyday things: pinecones, reeds, apples.
Museum
Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris
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